Frequently Asked Questions

Can my spouse attend the AJCU conference?
Yes, spouses are welcome. In fact, they are invited to our breakfasts and dinners, our off-site tours including the Cincinnati Reds' Great American Ballpark and Xavier University's Cintas Center and new construction. On Tuesday, we'll even have special programming for spouses while our attendees are in sessions.

I'll have a car. Where should I park?
While the Westin Hotel offers a parking area, cheaper parking can be found across the street from the hotel under Fountain Square.

Is the hotel location around other things to do?
Definitely, yes. The Westin Hotel is in the heart of Cincinnati's downtown restaurant, shopping and entertainment district. There are many things to do in downtown many of which are connected by an indoor skywalk. To find out more, visit Cincinnati USA.

What is the attire for the conference?
Conference attire is business casual for all events.

Since we'll be at Xavier University for half of a day, can you tell me more about the institution?
Founded in 1831, Xavier University is Jesuit, Catholic university in Cincinnati, Ohio. Its three colleges offer 78 undergraduate majors, 43 minors and 11 graduate programs to over 6,600 total students, including nearly 4,000 undergraduates. The University is the fourth oldest Jesuit college and the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. In the latest version of U.S. News & World Reports Guide to Colleges, Xavier ranked third overall in the Midwest while ranking first for both student retention and graduation rates. Find out even more.